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LOT 1195
Western Asiatic Stone Libation Bowl
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 3/4 in. (667 grams total, 11.9 cm).
With a biconical body and flared foot set off-centre, large U-shaped spout and flat rim.
ProvenanceFrom a collection formed before 1988, London and Geneva.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 1195
Western Asiatic Stone Libation Bowl
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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